Original German WWII DAK Kriegsmarine Administrative Official's Sun Pith Helmet by Gustav Barre in size 57 MG 34 Accessories The oak leaves around them

The oak leaves around them are raised out and heavily hand enhanced

The original M6 scabbard shows extensive wear from service and exposure to the elements

Presents well but not operational

though they are missing most of the original paint and are a bit loose

No firing pin or extractor are included

Original German WWII DAK Kriegsmarine Administrative Official's Sun Pith Helmet by Gustav Barre in size 57 MG 34 Accessories The oak leaves around themOriginal Item: On first deployment to North Africa in 1941, Afrikakorps infantry were issued with the traditional European sun helmet known as Tropische Kopfbedeckung (Tropical Headwear), of the type known to the British forces as the solar topi (or topee). In the German case, these were made of pith, had prominent ventilation holes in the crown, and bore insignia to indicate the branch. There were several models made, with the first model like this